Steadfast Group has detailed its work supporting charities in an inaugural report marking 15 years of giving to communities.

In 2025-26, more than $654,000 was donated to 25 charities in areas including cancer support and research, children’s wellbeing, mental health, First Nations initiatives, homelessness, domestic violence prevention and community services.

The Steadfast Foundation has given about $10.5 million to causes since its launch in 2011.

Steadfast MD and CEO Robert Kelly says the foundation represents the “collective generosity of our brokers, underwriting agencies, employees, partners and supporters. This report demonstrates what can be achieved when people come together with a common purpose of helping others.

“While we are proud of the funds raised and distributed over the years, the real measure of success is the difference being made in the lives of individuals, families and communities across Australia.”

Charities are selected by the foundation’s board based on recommendations from Steadfast network brokers, underwriting agencies and staff, the impact report says.

The foundation has a portal that enables staff to take part in regular workplace giving and make pre-tax salary donations.

“For every dollar donated by staff, Steadfast Group matches contributions dollar for dollar, capped at an annual total of $100,000,” the report says.

“It’s important to recognise that this report reflects only a portion of the ways Steadfast Group and our subsidiaries give back.

“It represents a snapshot of the generosity, commitment and compassion shown across our network. Every donation, every hour volunteered and every moment spent raising awareness contributes to meaningful impact.”

Of the donations made over the past 15 years, 26% went to child-related causes, 21% to cancer support and research, and 17% to other health-related projects.

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